Infiniti Q70 vs Lexus ES
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Sedans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 28 Aug 2026
Driver assistance, as the maker lists it
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From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Infiniti Q70: we're still completing price, length, width, height and wheelbase, plus 6 others.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
No price
- no option data for this car
$65,540RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Recalls on our record
Infiniti Q70
- REC-006011 · published 26 Jun 2024The propeller shaft may not meet manufacturing specifications and could fail.Year range on the notice: 2012 - 2016
Lexus ES
- REC-005374 · published 6 Apr 2020The fuel pump on affected vehicles may stop operating.Year range on the notice: 2013 - 2019
- REC-005366 · published 31 Jul 2019Some brake booster pumps may be manufactured improperly, and may cause the brake assist function to stop operating while driving.Year range on the notice: 2019
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The Infiniti Q70 features a 8-inch touchscreen, while the Lexus ES gets a 12.3-inch display and 7-inch instruments.
The Infiniti Q70 stands out with ventilated seats — features our data doesn't list for the Lexus ES. The Lexus ES counters with Apple CarPlay, head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, power tailgate and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Infiniti Q70 gets leather upholstery while the Lexus ES offers synthetic leather.
Drivetrain
The Infiniti Q70 lines up producing 268kW and 546Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed automatic with manual mode to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.5 seconds.
The Lexus ES responds with a Hybrid making 160kW and 221Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.9 seconds.
The Infiniti Q70 has the clear power advantage at 268kW vs 160kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Infiniti Q70 is 3.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.6m diameter
Average
Based on 11.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 10.1 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,967/year for the Infiniti Q70 and $1,368/year for the Lexus ES. That is a $599 annual difference in favour of the Lexus ES.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Infiniti Q70 if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Infiniti's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Lexus ES if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Lexus's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The CarSorted Score calls this a draw (51 vs 73). The Infiniti Q70 and Lexus ES trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Lexus ES will save you roughly $599 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Infiniti Q70 and Lexus ES?
The Lexus ES is the cheapest at $65,540 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Lexus ES uses the least fuel at 4.8L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Infiniti Q70 and Lexus ES carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.
Which is the most powerful?
The Infiniti Q70 makes the most power at 268kW. The Infiniti Q70 is quickest to 100km/h in 5.5s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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